Oct. 4, 2012 Gladstone Dispatch by Marty Novak

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Mason to be at helm as parade marshal Longtime leadership, involvement leads to Gladfest honor for Navy veteran during ‘Adventures at Sea’

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Oak Park High School homecoming queen candidates include, from left, Maddie Marx, Justice Lozano, Rachel Mallin, Allison Pinet, Millie Kingsbury, Jen Stock, Alexa Blackwell and Amber Hemmie.

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Queen to be crowned Friday, Oct. 5, during halftime It’s an exciting week for Oak Park High School students as they prepare for the annual homecoming football game on Friday, Oct. 5. Before the game, students will meet for an all-school assembly at 1:15 p.m. with a pep rally immediately following. Later that evening, the Oak Park Northmen play against the Ruskin High School Eagles. Game time

is 7 p.m. at the District Activities Complex. Introduced as part of this year’s halftime show will be Oak Park Hall of Fame inductees, retired U.S. Navy Master Chief Hospital Corpsman Mike Dalzell and Diane Nordyke Gibson, founder and CEO of Craters & Freighters Franchise Co. in Golden, Colo. Dalzell graduated from Oak Park in 1969

and Gibson in 1970. Also during halftime, one of eight candidates will be crowned the 2012 Oak Park homecoming queen. Candidates include Maddie Marx, Justice Lozano, Rachel Mallin, Allison Pinet, Millie Kingsbury, Jen Stock, Alexa Blackwell and Amber Hemmie. — North Kansas City Schools

Pirates, mermaids and sailors will float by during Gladfest 33 this weekend as the streets are transformed into “Adventures at Sea.” At the helm of this year’s parade will be Hobart Mason. Described by family as a “guy who never looks for a pat on the back for the things he does,” this year’s parade marshal is Look for a 16-page known for his guide to Gladfest 33 involvement inside this issue. in activities t h roug hout the Northland. The threeday festival begins at 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 5, 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 6, and noon Sunday, Oct. 7. Activities will set sail Saturday morning with the parade, presented by Precision Collision Center, at 10. The Gladstone Area Chamber of Commerce and the city of Gladstone co-host the annual festival. Mason, a former varsity quarterback, has served in numerous leadership capacities for the city, Gladstone Chamber and many community organizations. This family man spent four years in the Navy on tours of duty in Europe and throughout the Mediterranean. After returning to the States to start his career as a delivery driver, Mason quickly moved up the ranks to sales, leading a local business to the $1 million sales mark in the mid-1980s. While growing sales, this year’s parade marshal also built relationships with many local chambers of commerce and charity organizations. The Gladstone Chamber has benefit-

ted from his leadership in many ways, including a term on the Board of Directors, serving on the Gladfest planning committee and working many shifts managing the beer garden. He also has served as the overall co-chair for Bluesfest many times. Outside of Gladstone, Mason has lent his hard work and dedication to North Kansas City’s Snake Saturday parade and festival. While building a successful career and volunteering his time for community organizat ions, Mason also helped coach and mentor thousands of Northland kids in youth football. He began coaching for the Gladstone Gladiators in the early 1960s and eventually was one of the founding fathers of the current Northland Suburban Youth Football League. He still stays involved in the league, as grandpa to a grandson who plays football and three granddaughters who cheer on the Northland Chargers. Career and civic accomplishments aside, this year’s parade marshal considers his family his crowning achievement and found time to coach or assist with everything his kids were involved in and never missed a game or school event. According to his children, “they always knew that there was going to be a familiar face in the crowd cheering them on, no matter what or how they were doing.” Mason is a father of four and grandfather of seven. His is married to Dee.

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Thursday, Oct. 4, 2012

Community Calendar TODAY, OCT. 4 BIBLE CAFE: Bible Café is held from 7 to 8 p.m. Thursdays at First Christian Church, 2018 Gentry St. in North Kansas City. Enter at the doors by the mailbox. Pastor Carla Hillyer leads discussion on the Gospel of John; bring your Bible if you have one. Participants also are encouraged to bring their own snacks. Free coffee, hot chocolate or lemonade is available, depending on the weather. Child care is available. For more information, call 842-2341. CHOIR: The Northland Sweet Adelines meet at 7 p.m. Thursdays at Antioch Community Church, 4805 NE Antioch Road, Kansas City North. For more information, contact Peg Simmons at 452-4302 or by email at jpsimford@att.net, or visit www.northlandchorus.org. RECOVERY: The Recovery Works Dual Recovery Treatment Group meets at Tri-County Mental Health Services from 10 to 11 a.m. on Thursdays. Persons seeking help with mental health issues and substance use problems will find a positive environment. The meetings are at the Lebedun Center, 5844 NE Russell Road in Kansas City. For more information, contact Tri-County Mental Health Services at 4680400 or visit www.tri-countymhs.org. WEIGHT LOSS SUPPORT: TOPS Chapter 1072 meets at 9:30 a.m. Thursdays at Kansas City North Community Center at 3930 N. Antioch Road. The group’s mission is to support members as they Take Off Pounds Sensibly. For more information, call Virginia Alban at 453-2370. SINGLES MIXER: Kosmos Singles, a social group for older adults 50 and older, will have its next mixer from 5 to 7 p.m. at Brass Rail, 4940 N.E. 81st in Kansas City North. The group will meet on the left side. A dollar donation is requested. For more information on other activities, visit www.kosmossingles. com. OPEN HOUSE: An open house to introduce the North Oak Corridor Study and hear input will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. at Harmony Vineyard Church, 600 NE 46th St. in Kansas City North. CANCER SUPPORT: New Hope Cancer Support meets from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. the first and third Thursday of each month at Liberty Manor Baptist Church, on Birmingham Road in Liberty. The group includes men and women battling cancer or who are in remission. This group offers a safe and confidential environment for men and women battling cancer or in remission to share hopes, struggles and feelings. For more information, call Tom Atkins at 217-5813.

FRIDAY, OCT. 5 GLADFEST: Gladstone’s annual Gladfest will be take place from 5 to 10 p.m. at 70th and North Holmes streets. For a schedule of events, visit www.gladstonechamber. com. FALL FORUM: The Northland Church Women United fall forum will take place at 10 a.m. First United Methodist Church, 21st and Howell in North

Kansas City. Registration will begin at 9:30 a.m. The forum will be a Human Rights Celebration — “Embracing Our Oneness.” Guest speaker will be Kristy Childs from Veronica’s Voice. BREAST CANCER BENEFIT: Staley Farms Fore The Cure, a benefit golf tournament, will begin at noon. Games and registration will open at 10 a.m. Proceeds go to St. Luke’s Northland Hospital Breast Center. The event includes live and silent auctions. The cost is $80 per person for lunch, green fee, cart, hors d’oeuvres, music and two drink tickets. For more information or to register, call Carol Lalumondier at 838-8595. NARFE: The National Active & Retired Federal Employee’s Association Platte/Clay Chapter 2256 will hold its monthly meeting at 10 a.m. at Wexford Place, 6500 N. Cosby Ave. Dr. Kirston Borg will present a program entitled “Understanding the Russians.” Lunch will be available at Wexford Place after the meeting. For additional information, call Ethlyn McCleave at 454-3491.

SATURDAY, OCT. 6 CRAFT SALE: The annual Pine Ridge Presbyterian Church Fall Festival Craft Sale will be from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 7600 NW Barry Road in Kansas City North. Proceeds will benefit capital projects at the church. Items include jewelry, decorator table runners, aprons, trivets, lobster bibs, casserole carriers, wine cork wreaths, decorative glass blocks and more. Admission is free. PANCAKE BREAKFAST: Faubion United Methodist Men group at 72nd Street and North Troost in Gladstone will host a pancake breakfast from 7 to 11 a.m. It will include plain pancakes along with specialty pancakes with chocolate chips or blueberries, plus sausage and drinks. The cost is $5 for adults and $2.50 for children 12 and younger. GLADFEST: Gladstone’s annual Gladfest will be take place from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. at 70th and North Holmes streets. For a schedule of events, visit www.gladstonechamber. com. REBUILDING DAY: Rebuilding Together Clay County’s Rebuilding Day 2012 will begin at 7:30 a.m. Pleasant Valley Baptist Church parking lot. HOMES TOUR: Clay County in partnership with Clay County Tourism will present the Fall Historical Homes Tour from 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 7, in Liberty. Tickets are $10 and are available at Crybaby Farm, James Country Mercantile and Clay County Museum. Proceeds benefit the Clay County Museum and Historical Society. For more information, call 792-1849.

a T-shirt and complimentary post-race breakfast. Proceeds will benefit the Northland Christmas Store and the physical education program at Oakhill Day School. Registration will be accepted at Parks & Recreation inside Gladstone City Hall or at www.enter2run. com. For more information, call the Gladstone Parks & Recreation Department at 423-4091. GLADFEST: Gladstone’s annual Gladfest will be take place from noon to 5 p.m. at 70th and North Holmes streets. For a schedule of events, visit www.gladstonechamber. com. CONCERT: The Allegro Children’s Choir will present a free community concert at 3 p.m. at Highland’s Community of Christ Church, 7615 N. Platte Purchase Drive in Kansas City North. An offering will be received to benefit the church food pantry and Central Avenue Center of Hope.

MONDAY, OCT. 8 CITY GOVERNMENT: The City Council will meet at 7:30 p.m. at Gladstone City Hall.

TUESDAY, OCT. 9 LOOK NORTH: An inside look into details of the $1.1 billion Ford Motor Co. investment in Clay County and its ramifications will be the featured topic of the 2012 Economic Development Council’s annual Look North Leadership Banquet at Harrah’s North Kansas City. A social hour begins at 5:30 p.m., followed by the dinner at 6:30 p.m. For information, call 468-4989 or e-mail info@clayedc.com. DAR: William Boydston Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, will meet at 7 p.m. at North Cross United Methodist Church, 1321 NE Vivion Road, Kansas City North. The program will be Artist Thomas Hart Benton, The Life and Murals of a famous Missourian with speaker Steve Sitton, curator, Thomas Hart Benton Museum. For information call Judy Martin at 6798848. STUDY GROUP: A history study group will meet at 7 p.m. at the Clay County Museum, 14 N. Main St in Liberty. The topic will be on one room school houses of Clay County. It is free to attend.

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 10 FARMERS MARKET: The Gladstone Farmers market is held from 2 to 6 p.m. one block east of North Oak Trafficway on Northeast 70th Street each Wednesday through Oct. 24.

TOPS: Take Off Pounds Sensibly meets 9 to 10 a.m. weekly at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 6409 N.W. 72nd St. in Kansas City North. The non-profit weight loss group offers education and weight loss support. Visit for free. Class is led by a home economist and will continue every Wednesday. No registration is required. For information, call 741-8708.

THURSDAY, OCT. 11 SINGLES MIXER: Kosmos Singles, a social group for older adults 50 and older, will have its next mixer from 5 to 7 p.m. at The Alamo, 5010 NE Parvin Road in Kansas City North. Ask for the special Kosmos menu. A dollar donation is requested. For more information on other activities, visit www.kosmossingles. com.

SATURDAY, OCT. 13 FIGHT THE FLU: The sixth annual Ian’s Rainbow Flu Foundation’s Walking to Fight the Flu will raise awareness about the seriousness of influenza. Registration will begin at 10 a.m. with the walk starting at 11 a.m. at Macken Park in North Kansas City. Vaccines will be available from The Urgency Room. To register, visit www.iansrainbow.org/WalkRegistration. html. BRUSH DISPOSAL: The city of Gladstone Brush Disposal Facility is open from 8 a.m. to noon on the second Saturday of every month. The facility accepts all brush and yard waste from residents but is not open to lawn and tree businesses. Information on rates can be found at www.gladstone.mo.us/PublicWorks/regional_brush. pdf. For more information, contact Public Works at 436-5442. DAR: The Clay County Patriots Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution will hold their regular monthly meeting at 1 p.m. at the North Cross United Methodist Church, 1321 NE Vivon Road in Kansas City North. The meeting will feature a program on Women’s Health and Wellness presented by a member of the North Kansas City Hospital speaker staff. Visitors are welcome. For more information, contact Lois at 454-0709.

SUNDAY, OCT 14 BILL CROSS WALK/ RUN: The second annual Bill Cross 5K Walk/Run will be held at 8 a.m. at Zona Rosa. All proceeds from this event will go to the Harvesters BackSnack program in the Northland that currently supplies backpacks of food to 2,800 of the 3,900 child at risk of going hungry over the weekends in Clay and

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SUNDAY, OCT. 7 RUN/WALK: The 17th annual Gladstone HyVee Scarecrow Panther Scamper 5K Run/Walk will begin at 7:30 a.m. at Oak Hill Day School, 7019 N. Cherry St. It is sponsored by Gladstone Parks & Recreation, Gladstone Hy-Vee, Oakhill Day School and Gladstone Rotary Club. All participants will receive

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MONDAY, OCT. 22 CITY GOVERNMENT: The City Council will meet at 7:30 p.m. at Gladstone City Hall.

THURSDAY, OCT. 18 SINGLES MIXER: Kosmos Singles, a social group for older adults 50 and older, will have its next mixer from 5 to 7 p.m. at Conrad’s, 210 North Missouri Highway 291, Liberty. Meet in the raised area. A dollar donation is requested. For more information on other activities, visit www.kosmossingles. com. NEEDLE NUTS: Needle Nuts will meet at 6 p.m. at the Antioch branch of the Mid-Continent Public Library, 6060 N. Chestnut in Gladstone. For more information, call 454-1306. Are you nuts about crossstitch, knitting, quilting or any other crafts? Are you looking for the perfect place to finish (or start) your projects? Or are you just looking for some creative help and opinions? This group for adults meets third Thursday of each month from 6 to 8 p.m.

FRIDAY, OCT. 19 BREAKFAST: Northland Neighborhoods annual breakfast will be at 7:30 a.m. at Embassy Suites, 7640 NW Tiffany Springs Parkway in Kansas City North.

families. For more information, call 877-0406 or e-mail loriw@tri-countymhs. org. Online registration is available at www.tricountyheartandsole5k.org.

TUESDAY, OCT. 23 PARKINSON’S SUPPORT: A Parkinson’s support group meets at 1 p.m. the fourth Tuesday of each month at St. Luke’s Presbyterian Church, 4301 NE Vivion Road in Kansas City North. For more information, call Alicia Scott at 214-7034.

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 24 FARMERS MARKET: The Gladstone Farmers market is held from 2 to 6 p.m. one block east of North Oak Trafficway on Northeast 70th Street. This is the last scheduled farmers market day of the 2012 season.

FRIDAY, OCT. 26 FRIGHT NIGHT: Gladstone Parks & Recreation and Gladstone Chamber of Commerce will host a Halloween event for children 12 and younger. Friday Fright night will take place from 6 to 9 p.m. at Oak Grove Park, 76th and North Troost in Gladstone. The cost is $1 per child or one canned good per child. Kids can come dressed in their favorite costumes. For more information, call the Gladstone Parks & Recreation Department at 423-4091.

ADVENTURES IN LEARNING: Liberty Adventures in Learning, sponsored by Shepherd’s Center of the Northland, will meet at Liberty United Methodist Church, 1001 Sunset Ave. Programs will be at 10 and VSI BENEFIT: Voca11 a.m. Call Mary at 7811825 for lunch reservations tional Services Inc. will hold its 16th annual bowlby Oct. 17. a-thon and silent auction fund-raising event at AMF Pro Bowl, 505 E. 18th Ave. in North Kansas City. Anyone interested in 5K RUN/WALK: Tridonating a prize, sponsorCounty Mental Health ing a team, volunteering Services will hold the first to help bowlers with disHeart and Sole Run/Walk abilities, or participating at Happy Rock Park in as a bowler, should call Gladstone. This event Sherry Summers at 781will raise funds to sup6292, ext. 4105, or at port children’s services ssummers@vsiserve.org. and wellness programs. Proceeds will help the notProceeds will help susfor-profit organization’s tain wellness initiatives, programs at its three workmonthly art contests and the holiday assistance pro- shop locations serving Clay and Platte counties. gram for the children and

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Thursday, Oct. 4, 2012

News in Brief

Clay County appropriates funds to schools At its Sept. 24 meeting, the Clay County Commission approved the appropriation of $811,509.98 in fines, interest and escrow tax collected from Sept. 1, 2011, to Aug. 31, 2012, to the county’s nine school districts. The collected quantity is annually divided between the districts based on student enrollment figures, with the largest portion coming from fines. For the collection year, North Kansas City Schools received a total of $396,797.68 from the appropriated amount.

Fox 4 Love Fund benefit Oct. 13 A musical benefit for the Fox 4 Love Fund for children will be Saturday, Oct. 13. Doors for the event, with the theme A merican Bandstand, open at 6 p.m., and the show begins at 7 p.m. at Finnegan’s Hall in North Kansas City. John Crabtree will emcee, and Elvis tribute artist Bobby Simkins will perform, along with “American’s Got Talent” semifinalists Maurice and Shanice Hayes. The

father-daughter duo is from Kansas City. Activities will include a mini auction, dancing after the show, prizes for costumes and a dance contest. Attendees are encouraged to wear poodle skirts, black leather jackets and have a blast from the past. The fundraiser is produced by Phyllis Lamento of Rock & Roll Entertainment. Tickets cost $15 in advance or $20 at the door. For tickets, call 4835879. For more information about the fundraiser, call 932-9170.

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Absentee ballots ready for Nov. 6 vote Absentee ballots are available for the Nov. 6 general election. Missourians may cast an absentee ballot at the office of their local election authority or request an absentee ballot by mail or fax, according to a press release from Missouri Secretary of State Robin Carnahan’s office. The absentee ballot application is available for download at www.GoVoteMissouri. com. Voters in Clay County who will be away from their polling places Nov. 6 may cast an absentee ballot

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Students at AKKA Karate USA in Gladstone graduated Sept. 22. Pictured, from front left, are Bryan Boykin, Russell Duston, Evan Sieler, Kyler Hurst and Elijah Aiken; back row, Dylan Schee, instructor, and Sam Middleton, owner. at the Clay County Election Board Office, 100 W. Mississippi St. in Liberty from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday through Monday, Nov. 5. The Clay County Annex, 1901 NE 48th St., will be available

for absentee voting from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, Oct. 22, through Friday, Nov. 2. Both locations will be open for absentee voting on two Saturdays, Oct. 27 and Nov. 3, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The deadline to request an absentee ballot by mail or fax is 5 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 31, but voters are encouraged to submit their applications early to ensure they have adequate time to vote.

The last day to register to vote for the November election is Wednesday, Oct 10. For more information, call the election board at 415-VOTE (8683) or visit www.claycoelections.com.

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Thursday, Oct. 4, 2012

News in Brief

County sets tax levies The Clay County Commission set the county levy rates for the 2012 tax year during its Sept. 17 meeting. The levies established for the county and other taxing jurisdictions were unchanged from the 2011 rates. The following Clay County rates are per $100 of assessed valuation: • General Fund 0.1300; • Road and Bridge Fund 0.0800; • Park Fund — none; • General Debt Service and Interest Fund — none; Levy rates for other taxing jurisdictions: • Mental Health Fund 0.0963; CONTRIBUTED PHOTO • Developmental Disabilities 0.1191; The Jesse James Farm’s collection of quilts will be on display as part of a special presentation on the history of slave quilts Sun• Senior Citizens 0.0499. day, Oct. 7. The quilts were made by members of the James family from 1855 to 1927. Home Sales Report for August 2012, this was the eighth consecutive month of year-over-year gains. Mortgage interest rates remain at near record lows and the National Association of Realtors projects little movement in mortgage interest rates for the remainder of the year. The number of homes sold in August increased year over year by 13.3%, from 5,484 last year to 6,215 in 2012. Homes continue to sell at a faster pace than a year ago, moving from an average of 138 days to 133 days on the market. The average selling price rose 5.4 percent in August compared to the previous year, climbing from $143,990 to $151,701. Year over year median prices climbed almost 8 percent — from $116,000 in Aug ust 2011 to $125,000 in August 2012.

Brookshier elected to MPR Board

Clay County Administrator Dean Brookshier was named to two Midwest Public Risk boards of directors at MPR’s fall conference held Sept. 13 to 15. Brookshier was elected to serve a three-year term on the Missouri Board and appointed to the overall MPR Board, which serves the states of Missouri and Kansas. MPR is a risk-management and health-service provider for public entities and is the primary insurance carrier for Clay County. During his term with the board of directors, Brookshier will help oversee the operation of MPR entities and set policy for the group. “It is very important for Clay County to have representation on that board,” said Brookshier. “I’m certainly very appreciate of the support I received and the trust other entities have put into me. I’m looking forward to representing them and representing On Sunday, Oct. 7, the Clay County.” Jesse James Farm will host a special presentation on the history of slave quilts. Made by African Americans during the Civil War, the symbols in the quilts are believed to have been a guide for slaves seeking freedom using the Underground Railroad. Although not quite as During the presentahot as the Missouri sum- tion, Kathy Freshwater mer, the Missouri hous- will detail her research ing market continues to on the quilts as well as show a steady recovery show examples from her with a continued increase personal quilt collection. in the number of homes Six quilts from the Jesse sold compared to the pre- James Farm made by Jesse vious year, while prices and Frank James’ mothhave held firm. According er, Zerelda, Frank’s wife, to the Missouri Associa- Anna, and Frank’s daughtion of Realtors’ Monthly ter-in-law Mae will also

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be on display. The museum’s quilts date between 1855 and 1927. The presentation is free, but admission to the museum and historic home will apply. Those who plan to attend the event are encouraged to visit the quilt display before the presentation. Touring the museum and historic home takes about an hour and a half. Groups of 15 or more are asked to call the Jesse James Farm to book visits in advance. More information can be found at www.claycountymo.gov/ historic.

Quarantine expanded to protect trees from invasive ash borer Following this summer’s findings of the invasive emerald ash borer in Platte, Madison and Reynolds counties, Missouri’s quarantine regulating the movement of many ash wood products has been expanded. The quarantine, an effort to reduce the spread of the one-half inch long emerald green-colored beetle, now includes the counties in which the borer has been found as well as several adjacent counties. Clay and Platte counties near Kansas City, as well as Carter, Iron, Madison, Reynolds and Shannon counties in southeast Missouri, are now included in the state quarantine. Missouri’s Wayne County has been quarantined as a result of the emerald ash borer since the insect was

first identified within the state in 2008. The quarantine limits the movement of certain wood products from these counties most likely to transport the borer. Affected products, which may not be moved without first entering into a compliance agreement through USDA-A PHIS Plant Protection and Quarantine, include any part of an ash tree, from logs and green lumber, to compost, bark and chips, as well as ash nursery stock and all hardwood firewood. USDA-APHISPPQ also has quarantined the eight Missouri counties included in the state’s quarantine. Detailed information on movement of ash products under a compliance agreement is available online at eab.missouri. edu. For more information, visit mda.mo.gov.

Clay County 4th in K.C. area for infant mortality Dr. Jean Craig, director of Kansas City Healthy Start, a program of Mother & Child Health Coalition, joined Gov. Jay Nixon in Jefferson City recently for the signing of a proclamation designating September as National Infant Mortality Awareness Month. Infant mortality is a problem in the Kansas City metro area, accord-

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Thursday, Oct. 4, 2012

Rape comment starts candidate State treasurer announces forum in U.S. Senate race AARP initiative

By Jack ‘Miles’ Ventimiglia

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COLUMBIA — Between smiles and handshakes to start their portion of the Missouri Press Association’s forum in Columbia, Claire McCaskill and Todd Akin engaged in a verbal round of mud wrestling, throwing “facts” like punches and each trying to toss the other out of the political ring. The U.S. Senate race has engaged national attention, with Republicans considering the incumbent Democrat, McCaskill, vulnerable in a GOP-leaning state. But the race did not inspire widespread interest — and the head butts launched against him, from his own corner — until Akin said a woman’s body could somehow reject pregnancy from a “legitimate rape.” From presidential contender Mitt Romney down to district officials, Republicans roared quietly for Akin to step aside for a more savvy party member — a masked marvel never named, but some hoped for the man Akin beat in the primary, John Brunner. But Akin, despite being slapped silly from all sides — his party, Democrats, independents — refused to tap out. He picked himself up, climbed back into the ring and resumed grappling with McCaskill in ads and appearances across the state. Against that backdrop, McCaskill and Akin squared off face to face Friday, with Associated Press reporter David Leib acting as referee. Leib did not pussyfoot around, opening the forum with The Question — should Akin’s comments from a month ago still matter to voters. “I’ve answered this question repeatedly, and I don’t think this election overall is about talk. But it’s really about two visions of what America is. Are we going to go down the path of Greece, that constantly has a bigger government, taxes more and is basically destroying their economy?” Akin spoke while looking down on a crowd of about 200 press members

and guests, including members of his family. “Or are we going to the path that America has always been on, a path where we allow freedom, where we allow the American dream to flourish, where we don’t crush it under the burden of Washington, D.C.? And that’s the choice of two different Americas. … It’s about two different voting records that are the exact opposite. Claire can say that she’s a 50 percenter (moderate), but when you vote 98 percent of the time with (President) Obama and then tell us that you’re a regular middle-of-theroader, that takes a lot of guts — I’ve got to give her credit for that.” After being gripped in Akin’s verbal headlock, McCaskill spun away. “Congressman Akin’s (rape) comments opened the window to his views for Missourians. He’s apologized for his comments, but they say a lot about how he views things, and that’s where Missourians need to pay attention. I believe a rape victim should be allowed to have emergency contraception in order to abort the pregnancy — Todd Akin does not. I believe his view is extreme and out of the mainstream for most Missourians. But there are other extreme views. He wants to abolish the minimum wage, the floor for the middle class in this great country. He wants to do away with student loans. Think what would happen to Columbia, Mo., if the only kids who could get college loans were the rich kids, the only kids who go to college were the rich kids or the talented athletes or the super star academic. He wants to privative Medicare, privatize Social Security. He wants to do away with the student lunch program.” With the two candidates breaking for their respective corners, Leib called them back to the center of the ring for rebuttal. Akin tried to wrap up McCaskill. “If you don’t believe the federal government should do everything, it doesn’t mean that you don’t believe in those things. The question is do

you want the federal government to take over everything that’s important. I don’t think so,” Akin said. “My comments about student loans were, ‘Why don’t we leave it the way it was a couple years ago, where private lenders could be involved in student loans?’ Just because you believe in private lenders doesn’t mean you don’t believe in student loans. Or school lunches. Is it OK to say maybe that should be done by the state of Missouri? It doesn’t mean you’re against school lunches. … You want to talk about Medicare — let’s talk about votes. Let’s talk about somebody who voted to take $700 billion out of Medicare, but then wants to crusade as the big hero of Medicare. I don’t understand it.” McCaskill slipped away and hit Akin with comments about who profits from private student loans “First, no one’s saying private lenders can’t lend to students. They can do that right now. They just didn’t want to do it unless the federal government was backing them up and they were taking a cut off of it. So all we did was say, ‘Take out the middle man who’s taking a cut with no risk.’ I would think Congressman Akin would appreciate that,” McCaskill said, jabbing him. “On the Medicare cuts, this is the biggest whopper of this campaign season. It is unbelievable to me that Congressman Akin would vote time and time again for those same $700 billion in Medicare savings. As President Clinton said, it takes a lot of brass to be against something that you’re for. He knows that the (Sen. Paul) Ryan budget took that same savings, but do you know where they had put the savings? They gave another tax cut to Kim Kardashian. They gave another tax cut to LeBron James. They gave another tax cut to Donald Trump instead of doing what we need to do with that money, and that is strengthening the Medicare program.” Akin and McCaskill, still standing after the bout, look ahead to Nov. 6 when voters will decide which takes the crown.

By Jack ‘Miles’ Ventimiglia NPG Newspapers

State Treasurer Clint Zweifel last week discussed an initiative his office is doing in cooperation with the American Association of Retired People. The initiative involves making sure rightful owners receive property that fell into the state’s hands, Zweifel said. “More and more we have seniors coming to us, asking for help with unclaimed property,” Zweifel said. “We have dedicated one person on staff to focus on aging citizens. Specifically, we’re working with AARP to develop a partnership to do some additional outreach to seniors on unclaimed property.” The effort includes helping to get seniors into a position where they never have to worry about unclaimed property, Zweifel said. For example, if a senior assigns the name of a trusted family member to a savings account, then that family member would be notified about the account in the event of the senior’s incapacitation. “Having a beneficiary listed on your accounts is one simple, easy step that you can do to prevent unclaimed property in the long term,” Zweifel said. “But in the short term there are some things you can do

to (deal) with unclaimed property.” Zweifel said another issue involves companies that know about people who are entitled to unclaimed property held by the state. The companies charge a fee, he said, to people entitled to the property, but those people could get the same information free by contacting his office. “They (shouldn’t) pay for unclaimed property ... sign over their legal rights to somebody else,” he said, adding, “There are companies that their financial base is running around, reaching out to individuals and saying, ‘Hey, I have unclaimed property for you. Sign this piece of paper, we’ll collect it, and then we’ll get you the money.’ “Meanwhile, they’re charging some sort of percentage to those individuals.” Zweifel’s web site for finding and claiming unclaimed property is showmemoney.com. Claims can be made online, he said, which avoids having to send paperwork back and forth to his office. However, those who want to claim property through traditional mail still can do so by calling his office at 573-751-0123. “It’s the best way to get your unclaimed property,” Zweifel said. “Otherwise, you risk ending up being a victim of fraud.”

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Capitol Perspectives

Campaign rhetoric versus government issues PHILL BROOKS

Education

The state’s formula for allocating state funds among Missouri’s public

schools is broken. The formula is based on an assumption that the legislature will appropriate a minimum amount of funds. But for the last couple of years, the state has not been able to meet that required amount. And so, the Education Department has had to create its own formula without any clear legal authority about dividing up the pie between rich and poor school districts. Compounding the funding issue is the loss of accreditation for the school districts in Missouri’s two largest metropolitan cities.

Transportation

The state’s highway funding problems go back years. A few years ago, maintenance problems became so severe the Transportation Department borrowed

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paign season.

Criminal sentencing

With little fanfare, at least so far, there’s been a quiet effort to lay the groundwork for a major reorganization of sentencing standards for Missouri criminals. The legislature created a joint committee on sentencing that has just announced an exhaustive set of hearings. One proposal has been to lower sentences for first-time, non-violent offenders. Another has been to ease mandatoryminimum sentences that are locking away increasing numbers of persons with no hope of ever getting released. One of the major goals is to cut the rising costs of Missouri’s prison system.

Health care

Unless the new fed-

eral health care law is repealed, Missouri will face a couple of politically difficult questions. One will be whether to expand Medicaid to cover lower-income Missourians who will be required to purchase health insurance, but may not be able to afford the costs. The second question will be whether Missouri wants to create its own health insurance exchange. That’s a Webbased service for providing consumer-friendly information on health insurance plans. If the state does not operate an exchange, the federal government will impose its own on Missouri.

Tax credits

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As you’ve read from my previous columns, legislative term limits have had a debilitating effect on Missouri’s General Assembly. Yet, I’ve not read of any major candidate proposing a solution. Nor, do I hear much discussion from BROOKS/Page A7

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ed both this year’s regular legislative session as well as the failed special session in 2011. Remember the debate on business tax breaks during the “China Hub” special session? I’ve not heard that term used in any of the campaigns. The governor recently reappointed his commission on cutting back tax credits that cost the state well more than $600 million each year, but the issue has yet to catch on as a campaign issue.

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a bundle of money for improvements. But in a remarkable show of candor, the Transportation Department director at the time, Pete Rahn, later acknowledged his department did not have enough money to maintain the repairs and improvements those bonds had funded. One solution proposed by the Transportation Department is to convert much of Interstate 70 between St. Louis and Kansas City into a toll road. The department’s approach might not even require voter approval, just the legislature’s. Should Missourians face tolls without voter approval? If not tolls, what should the state be doing to deal with the growing traffic on the interstates? I’ve not heard much debate on those issues this cam-

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Nearly every election season, I am surprised at the disconnect between what politicians are debating versus the real issues that have been at the center of attention for government leaders. Even issues that had dominated the legislative session just a few months earlier usually appear forgotten when the campaign season begins. In this column, I’ve decided to forgo my regular theme of historical perspectives in order to highlight the top issues in Missouri’s state government that likely will be at the forefront of attention for the next few years.

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Thursday, Oct. 4, 2012

BROOKS: Adverting shift cited for campaign changes Continued from Page A6 the candidates on how to deal with the growing influence of well-financed special interests nor on how to bridge the widening partisan gap in both Missouri’s legislature and in Congress. From my perspective, these are among some of the most important issues your government leaders will face in 2013, and beyond. Yet, I’m not very optimistic you’ll hear much from our candidates on these issues. Is it because the nature of campaigns has changed? Is it because we

reporters have changed how we cover campaigns? Is it because Missouri voters expect less from political campaigns? Is it because many of these issues are politically dangerous? I’m not sure why. But, as a broadcast reporter, I must confess that I suspect a contributing factor is the growing importance of TV and video advertising in political campaigns. It is a format that more readily lends itself to pretty pictures of limited substance. Phill Brooks has been a Missouri statehouse reporter since 1970.

Cornerstone Award goes to Bob Hiatt At the Sept. 27 Fall Breakfast, the North Kansas City Schools Education Foundation awarded its Cornerstone Award to Bob Hiatt, recently retired assistant principal at North Kansas City High School and longtime friend of the district. Kirk Davis, chair of the Education Foundation Advisory Board, said of Hiatt, “We have to admit that this year’s honoree — a history buff — is a most fitting recipient for the school district’s centennial year. This person is a proud graduate of North Kansas City High and a member of its Hall of Fame. He loved the district so much that he made a career of it — first as a teacher at Northgate Junior High and Oak Park High School before moving into an administrative posi-

tion at his alma mater.” Davis went on to say that although Hiatt “officially” retired a few years ago, you’d never know it. “He’s still works as hard as ever for North Kansas City Schools and the Education Foundation. And by the way, he’s a terrific brick salesman. In just three years, he’s sold almost $70,000 worth — to many of you in this room. The Northtown Brickyard at the District Football Stadium now features nearly 300 engraved granite bricks with the names of alums, staff members and friends of the district, thanks to this man. “His hard work has paved the way for the creation of the Northtown History Hall of Fame. Here’s to our own Hall of Famer and 2012 Corner-

stone Award Winner — Bob Hiatt.” The annual Fall Breakfast featured highlights from North Kansas City Schools history, student performances and a state of the district address by Superintendent Todd White. Grant-winning teachers and students who have excelled in academics, the arts or scholastic competitions also were recognized. Proceeds from this year’s Fall Breakfast will support three centennial fundraising projects: • 100 mini-grants of $100 to enhance student learning; • a new district-wide literacy program; • the construction of a Centennial Wall at the district’s central office campus at 46th Street and Davidson Road. — Kansas City Schools

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Jeff King, AAMS®, a Financial Advisor with Edward Jones in Gladstone, Missouri, has been officially recognized by the Society of Financial Service Professionals (FSP) as a Top Leader in FSP’s 40 and Under Program. The program recognizes young credentialed professionals of the Society age 40 and under who volunteer their time and services for the Society and do volunteer work locally in their communities with other organizations. Recognition is based on career history, business accomplishments, association involvement, and community service. The Society was founded in 1928, and is a professional association of nearly 20,000 of the nation’s top financial advisers. The Society promotes professionalism, continuing education and high ethical standards among its members.

Profile: Financial Service Professionals Chapter: Kansas City Professional Accomplishments: Jeff’s greatest business accomplishment has been building a successful office team with his Branch Office Administrators Dara Martin and Angela Sealy - educating clients and helping them achieve their family financial goals. He is both NASD Series 7, and 66 Registered and has his life, accident, and health insurance licenses. Jeff was the Honor Graduate for his Park University Master’s of Business Administration class, and currently teaches as an Adjunct Professor for his alma mater. At Edward Jones he has earned the Ted Jones Award, Spirit of Partnership Award, Eagle Award, and ‘TNT’ Award for excellent business development. Jeff is also a proud veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps. Professional Associations: Society of Financial Service Professions – Kansas City Chapter – Secretary and Board Member (Program Chair, 2011-2012 Recruiting and Retention), Clay County Missouri Economic Development Chapter (Northland Education and Business Alliance), Graduate of the Doniphan Leadership Institute at William Jewell, Gladstone Chamber of Commerce (Gladfest Planning Committee), Society of Human Resource Managers. Community Service: Jeff serves both as a mentor and trainer for newer Financial Advisors in the Northland Kansas City area, Planning Committee for the Greater Kansas City Special Olympics, Active Member of the Parkville Legion, Veteran of Foreign Wars, and Disabled American Veterans. Member of the Kansas City Corvette Association. Additionally, Jeff is an avid traveler and a participant at the Kansas City Travel Century Club. Contact: Office (816) 468-7334; Jeff.T.King@Edwardjones.com Member SIPC

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Thursday, Oct. 4, 2012

Know the risks and what’s in your control B

reast cancer affects hundreds of thousands of families each year. A potentially deadly disease, breast cancer is associated with several risk factors. Some of those risk factors, including gender and age, are beyond an individual’s control, while other risk factors are associated with certain lifestyle choices. But even if a woman has the risk factors for

breast cancer, that does not mean she will get the disease. In fact, a woman can have several of the following risk factors and never get breast cancer, while other women can have just one of the risk factors and still get a breast cancer diagnosis. Continued on Page B3

No one-size-fits-all diagnosis The National Breast Cancer Foundation lists 7 types of breast cancer. Here’s a brief look at each of them. Ductal carcinoma in-situ (DCIS)

Infiltrating ductal carcinoma

This is an early form of breast cancer that refers to the presence of abnormal cells inside a milk duct in the breast. This type of cancer is generally found during mammograms and is considered non-invasive. This means it hasn’t spread yet. This makes treatment for DCIS easier than for other forms of breast cancer.

Also known as invasive ductal carcinoma, this is the most common type of breast cancer. According to BreastCancer.org, about 80 percent of all breast cancer cases are IDC. This cancer starts in the ducts, but “infiltrating” means that it spreads to the surrounding breast tissue. Over time, IDC can spread to the lymph nodes and possibly to other areas of the body.

Medullary carcinoma This is a less common form of breast cancer. It is a type of IDC, but it gets its name from the color of the tumors, which are close to the color of brain tissue, or medulla. Medullary carcinoma is quite visible during mammograms because the cancer cells are large and form a barrier between healthy tissue and tumors.

Breast cancer is a universal term to describe several different cancers that form in and around the breasts. Breast cancer types are generally categorized based on where the illness begins, most often in the ducts or lobules, the parts of the female anatomy responsible for producing breast milk. About 226,870 new cases of invasive breast cancer in American women will be diagnosed in 2012. Women are advised to get a baseline mammogram in their mid-30s and then annual mammograms starting at age 40. Early detection is generally vital for any form of cancer and is especially so for breast cancer.

Infiltrating lobular carcinoma The American Cancer Society says that one in 10 women will be diagnosed with ILC, which originates in the milk-producing glands of the breast. In ILC, abnormal cells inside the lobule begin to divide and break through the wall of the lobule to invade the surrounding connecting tissues.

Tubular carcinoma This is a common cancer for women ages 50 and older. When viewed under the microscope, tubular carcinoma cells have a distinctive tubular structure. There is a 95 percent survival rate for tubular carcinoma.

Mucinous carcinoma (Colloid) This is a rare condition in which the breast cancer cells within the breast produce mucus. The mucus and the cancer cells join together to form a jelly-like tumor. The tumors may feel like bumpy water balloons, but some are too small to detect with the fingers.

Inflammatory breast cancer This is a rare and very aggressive type of breast cancer that causes the lymph vessels in the skin around the breast to become blocked. The cancer gets its name from the appearance of a swollen, red and inflamed breast. — Metro Creative

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Continued from Page B1 on a mammogram, have a higher risk of breast cancer. Risk factors beyond But dense breast tissue can your control make it harder for physicians Gender — Women are far to detect potential problems more likely to develop breast on a mammogram. cancer than men. That’s likeMenstrual cycles — ly because men produce far Women who began menless estrogen and progester- struating prior to age 12 one, female hormones that or went through menopause can promote the growth of after age 55 have a slightly breast cancer cells. higher risk of breast cancer. Age — About two-thirds Researchers believe this is of all invasive breast cancer because these women had cases are found in women a longer lifetime exposure to over the age of 55, while just estrogen and progesterone. 13 percent of such cases Risk factors you are found in women younger can control than 45. Having children — Genetics — The American Cancer Society notes that Women who have never roughly 5 to 10 percent of given birth or who gave birth all breast cancer cases are for the first time after the believed to be hereditary. age of 30 have a higher These cases result from risk of developing breast mutations in a gene inher- cancer. ited from a parent. Oral contraceptive use Race and ethnicity — — Women who have used White women are slightly oral contraceptives, often more likely to develop breast referred to as birth control cancer than African-Ameri- pills, have a higher risk of can women. Asian, Hispanic breast cancer than women and Native American women who have never used them. have a lower risk of develop- But that risk returns to noring breast cancer. mal when a woman stops Dense breast tissue — taking birth control. Women with dense breast Breastfeeding — Some tissue, which is noticeable research has linked breast-

Anatomy of a healthy breast Many women are unaware of the anatomical makeup of their breasts. That can make it difficult for women diagnosed with breast cancer to fully understand the disease. The above cross-section represents a healthy breast. In many cases, breast cancer involves the small circular parts contained in the mammary glands, called lobules, and the tubes within the breasts, called the ducts. However, breast cancer may spread to the tissue surrounding the lobules and ducts as well as the lymph nodes around the breast. Use of mammography as well as a breast self-exam can help alert women to the presence of lumps anywhere in the breast, which could be indicative of cancerous tumors. — Metro Creative

feeding with a slightly lower risk of developing breast cancer, especially among women who breastfeed for 1.5 to 2 years. Alcohol consumption — The more alcohol a woman consumes, the greater her risk for developing breast cancer. Women who consume two to five alcoholic beverages daily have about 1.5 times the risk of breast cancer as women who do not consume alcohol. Overweight and obesity — Women, especially those who are post-menopausal, who are overweight or obese have a greater risk of developing breast cancer. After menopause, most of a woman’s estrogen comes from fat tissue, and a woman with more fat

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Do it yourself How to conduct a breast self-exam

Early detection of breast This can be done either cancer can improve surby reclining on a bed or vival rates and lessen the floor or any flat surthe severity of treatment face. The exam also can be done in the shower. options. Routine mammograms are essential to To begin examining the catching signs of breast breasts, place the hand cancer early on, but homeand arm for the breast you based breast exams can will be examining behind be too. It is a good idea to your head. Use the pads Over the years there conduct a BSE once of your pointer, middle and has been some debate a month and not ring fingers to push and over the effectiveness when menstruating, massage at the breast in of breast self-exams, or when breasts may a clockwise motion. Begin BSEs. Different breast change due to hor- at the outer portion of cancer organizations have mone fluctuation. the breast, slowly working different views on the sub- Frequent examina- inward in a circular motion ject. Some studies have until you are at the nipple. tions will better indicated that a BSE is acquaint you with Be sure to also check the not effective in reducing what is normal with tissue under the breast breast cancer mortality your breasts and and by the armpit. ◆ Do the same process rates. Some argue that better help you recthese exams also may put ognize if something on the opposite breast. Note if there are any difwomen at risk — increasfeels abnormal. ing the number of potential ferences from one breast lumps found due to uncerto the other. tainty as to what is being If you find any abnormalifelt in the breast. This can ties, mark them down on an illustration that you can lead to unnecessary biopsies. Others think that a bring to the doctor. Or if BSE is a good practice, you can get an appointment immediately, draw a considering that about ring around the area with a 20 percent of breast cancers are found by physical pen so that you will be able examination rather than by to show the doctor directly mammography, according where you have concern. to BreastCancer.org. It is a good idea to conduct a BSE once a month The American Cancer and not when menstruatSociety takes the position ing, when breasts may that a BSE is an optional change due to hormone screening tool for breast fluctuation. Frequent examcancer. For those who are inations will better acquaint interested in conducting you with what is normal self-exams, here is the proper way to do so. overhead with your palms with your breasts and bet◆ Begin with a visual pressed together. ter help you recognize if inspection of the breasts. ◆ Next you will move on something feels abnormal. Remove clothing and to a physical examination. — Metro Creative stand in front of a mirror. Turn and pivot so the breasts can be seen at all angles. Make a note of your breasts’ appearance. Pay special attention to any dimpling, puckering or oddness in the appearance of the skin. Check to see if there is any change in symmetry or size of the breasts. ◆ Continue the examinaLyndon Throm, PharmD Angie Anderson, PharmD tion with hands placed by the hips and then again 1103 South US 169 Highway with your hands elevated Smithville, MO 64089 (NE Corner of 169 & 92 Highways next to Subway)

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benefits of a baseline mammogram. The ACS eventually withdrew its support of the baseline mammogram in 1992. Nevertheless, the baseline mammogram message reached the ears of many health practitioners and has remained embedded in their diagnostic protocol. Doctors who continue to recommend baseline mammograms say they should be done around age 35. A baseline mammogram is an initial mammogram that provides an image against which future mammograms are compared. It will indicate young breast tissue before it has been affected by aging. In many cases, changes to breast tissue is very subtle, and it can help to have previous mammogram images so doctors can compare and detect changes that may be signs of something like cancer. Some doctors argue that

patients who do not have baseline mammograms are more likely to need extra views, follow-up exams and biopsies. If prior mammograms are available for comparison, less study and examination is necessary. Those against baseline mammograms may say their efficacy as a preventive measure is suspect. Although some women have had cancer diagnoses from baseline mammograms before the age of 40, in many cases the baseline mammogram simply may cause added anxiety and further testing for no reason. It is largely up to the patient to decide if she wants to undergo a baseline mammogram. It is important to check with your health insurance provider, as coverage for any mammograms done before the age of 40 may be subject to advance approval or not covered at all. — Metro Creative

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Breast cancer organizations A number of organizations share the goal of raising money to fund cancer research and help individuals battling cancer to get the care they need. Breast cancer has captured the hearts of many across the globe, annually inspiring various companies and organizations to fund research opportunities. Every year consumers can purchase pink merchandise, and a portion of those sales is donated to breast cancer initiatives. Makeup, food and clothing manufacturers are not the only people who are raising donations; there are several different breast cancer organizations doing their part, too. Susan G. Komen for the Cure Susan G. Komen fought breast cancer with her heart, body and soul. Throughout her diagnosis, treatments and endless days in the hospital, she spent her time thinking of ways to make life better for other women battling breast cancer instead of worrying about her own situation. That concern for others continued even as Susan neared the end of her fight. In 1982, her sister Nancy organized a movement to further Susan’s efforts. Since its inception, the organization has invested more than $1.9 billion in breast cancer research and, in efforts to raise breast cancer awareness, has become the largest source of nonprofit funds dedicated to the fight against breast cancer in the world. National Breast Cancer Foundation The National Breast Cancer Foundation’s mission is to save lives through early detection and to provide mammograms for those in need. Their mission includes increasing awareness through education, providing diagnostic breast care services for those in need and providing nurturing support services. BreastCancer.org Breastcancer.org is a nonprofit dedicated to providing the most reliable, complete, and up-to-date information about breast cancer. Their mission is to help women and their loved ones make sense of the complex medical and personal information about breast cancer, so they can make the best decisions for their lives. — Metro Creative

According to the American Cancer Society, an estimated 226,870 new cases of invasive breast cancer and 39,510 deaths from breast cancer are expected to occur among women in the U.S. in 2012. ACS offers 24/7 support to those diagnosed with breast cancer and their loved ones. In fact, one out of every two women turn to the society for help and support following their breast cancer diagnosis. This October, the society will be using National Breast Cancer Awareness Month to remind women about the importance of breast health, according to a press release. “The American Cancer Society encourages all women to put their health first. We want women to understand the benefits of eating a balanced diet, maintaining a healthy weight, exercising regularly and limiting alcohol intake,” said Matt Martinek, regional director of Health Initiatives at the American Cancer Society. “More than 2.9 million breast cancer survivors will celebrate a birthday this year thanks to early detection and improved treatment.” Breast cancer is a leading cause of cancer death in women, second to only lung cancer. The society is reminding women 40 and older to have a yearly mammogram and clinical breast exam. Also, ACS recommends that women ages 20 to 39 receive a clinical breast exam at least once every three years. The five-year survival rate is 99 percent for breast cancer that is diagnosed in the earliest stages. ACS is the most effective breast cancerfighting organization in the world, and is doing the most to help people with breast cancer today and works to find cures to

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end the disease tomorrow. The society has spent more on breast cancer research than on any other cancer, and has played an important part in many major breast cancer research breakthroughs in the past century, including demonstrating that mammography is an effective screening test for breast cancer, the development of tamoxifen and herceptin, and knowledge that genetics, poor diet, lack of exercise, and moderate drinking increase a person’s cancer risk. ACS also offers newly diagnosed women and those living with breast cancer a variety of programs and services to help them in their breast cancer experience. ◆ Reach to Recovery — helps newly diagnosed patients cope with their breast cancer experience. Reach to Recovery volunteers offer the unique understanding, support, and hope from the perspective of someone who has survived breast cancer. ◆ Look Good Feel Better — helps

The pink ribbon has been synonymous with breast cancer for years. Nowadays, people rarely think twice when they see pink ribbons, having grown accustomed to the pink ribbon and what it symbolizes. Breast Cancer Awareness Month has been celebrated each year since 1985, and many other breast cancer awareness initiatives have been devised since then. While the pink ribbon may seem like it’s been in use for just as long, it was actually established only about 20 years ago. Although the pink ribbon evolved because pink expresses femininity, calm, health and youth, the first breast cancer ribbon was actually peach. Charlotte Haley is credited with devising the first breast cancer ribbon in 1992. She was a breast cancer survivor and came from a family of women who also fought the disease. She created peach-colored

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Establishing the pink ribbon symbol loops at home and then distributed the ribbons at her local grocery stores. Haley encouraged people to wear the ribbons and contact legislators to demand more funding for breast cancer research. An attached note was distributed with the ribbons stating, “The National Cancer Institute annual budget is $1.8 billion, only 5 percent goes for cancer prevention. Help us wake up our legislators and America by wearing this ribbon.” The same year Evelyn Lauder, senior corporate vice president for Estee Lauder, and Self magazine editor Alexandra Penney teamed up to produce a pink ribbon. It was distributed at makeup counters all across the country. The company collected more than 200,000 pink ribbon petitions asking the U.S. government for increased funding for breast cancer research. Although Lauder and Haley reached peo-

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Fall homes tour set for Oct. 6-7 Clay County Museum sponsors 27th annual showcase

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The Clay County Museum and Historical Society’s 27th annual historic home tour will be held from 1 to 5 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 6 and 7. This year’s tour will feature two antebellum homes, a Victorian home full of antiques, an urban loft on the Liberty Square and a historic church. BROWN BUILDING LOFT, 19 N. WATER ST. Proceeds from the homes tour benefit the museum. For more information, visit The building was constructed new laundry chute. www.claycountymuseum. in 1888 for Col. Anthony Brown, When the holidays are over, org or call the museum at who operated a grocery store in the Christmas tree is moved from 792-1849. one of the storefronts. Other early the living room into the outdoor tenants included two drug stores room, where it stands the rest of and Sharp Brothers Furniture and the year. Undertaking. In the entertainment room is a The loft, which was renovat- photograph of the building that Tickets for the Clay ed in 2005, was divided into previously stood on the property County Museum’s 27th 13 tiny apartments with a com- showing the staircase made famous annual historic home tour munal bathroom. Access to the during the first daylight bank robare on sale in downtown loft is either via the elevator or bery. Hanging next to that photoLiberty at the Clay County fire escape, which was forged in graph is one of this building when Museum and Historical 1887. it was first built. Society, Crybaby Farm, Having been a visiting nurse, The bay windows and scalloped James Country Mercantile the owner felt all homes should be roof are no longer present, indicaand at the door. Tickets universally accessible and designed tions of the damage done by fires are $10 per person, paythe loft with that in mind. The loft over the years. able by cash or check only. Also of note is the steel beam has drawers in the kitchen that are During the tour, guests low instead of at eye level, doors across the front of the building are invited to stop by the are wide, and the shower in the between the two floors. While museum, 14 N. main St. master suite is wheelchair-acces- functional, it did not need to be in Liberty, for cider and exposed, but rather is a reminder sible. cookies. The old metal/concrete washtub that in 1888 if you could afford became the catch basin for the steel, you let everybody know it.

This 1889 Queen Ann Victorian home with Eastlake stick influences was built originally by the Pixlee family. The Pixlees were farmers and bankers in Liberty who supplied hay and grain to the Kansas City stockyards. The Pixlee name is cast into the sidewalk at the “Bean Castle” house to the west of 406. The house next door to the east was reported to also have been built by a Pixlee family member. This home has never been converted to apartments. House features include: 10-foot downstairs ceilings, nine-foot upstairs ceilings. Pocket doors are original, as is the gas fireplace in the dining room. Still in use is the gravity hot water heating with cast-iron radiators. Improvements include: new

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jsmith.hairacademy@gmail.com donnashairacademymo.com

The Buddy Holly Experience

All work done by students under the supervision of a licensed instructor.

Burns Dental Care GENERAL DENTISTRY

U-Pick Pumpkins • Mums Asters • Gourds • Squash Straw • Indian Corn Grandma Ding’s Fudge 2 Free Mazes

cator this week, and it suits you just fine. It boosts your spirits to help others in unique ways.

By Appointment Only

WHITENING FREE (Reg. $315.00)

Starring

BILLY McGUIGAN

as Buddy Holly

Receive a whitening kit & custom trays with completed new patient exam, cleaning (Prophylaxis) & x-rays. Offer not to be used in conjunction with any other offers or reduced-fee plans. New Patients Only.

David R. Burns, D.D.S.

8600 NW 64TH ST., SUITE 201 (Tom Watson Pkwy. & 9 Hwy.)

PARKVILLE, MO 64152

816-741-7477 www.burnsdentalcare.com

Liberty Performing Arts Theatre

SATURDAY October 27th at 7:30pm

1600 S. Withers Road, Liberty, MO, 64068 Tickets are available by calling the box office at 816-439-4362

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Apartments Unfurnished

• Studios • 1 Bedroom • 2 Bedrooms 404 Glendale Rd. • Liberty, MO

2138 Jetty • Liberty, MO

2000 Crystal Valley Mobile Home 1,960 sq. ft., 28’ x 70’, 3BR, 2BA Shingled roof, all electric, new 4.5 ton C/A, stone front wood burning fireplace, walk-in closets, drywall ceilings & walls, ramp to front deck, thermo lined drapes, all appliances approx. 1 yr old. $55,000. For more details: www.mhvillage.com/687417

“Lottery” w/this true ranch, vinyl side., 2 car, 3BR, 2 3/4BA, 7 yrs. old in South Valley Park Estates. Custom everything w/Finish. Bsmt., Kit./Bar area, DYLGT. Prequalified serious buyers only. $170,000. Realtors easy 2%. HOA $50 yr. Hurry! Perfect & Immaculate. 816-781-6222

For Sale- 1.5 story, 3 BR, 2 Full BA, 2 Half BA, hardwood floors, inground pool, finished basement, covered patio Needs a little TLC, great house, great neighborhood, $159,500. Call 816-226-7338.

By Appointment (816)813-0202

Rentals

FOR SALE BY OWNER

300 Apartments Unfurnished

304 1811 Holt Ct. • Liberty

Priced to sell • $234,500 4BR, 3BA, 3158 sq. ft. 1600 sq. ft. garage & shop. Finished walk-out basement. Corner cul-de-sac /on pond. Open House Oct. 6 & 13, 2p-4p Virtual tour. www.DCBonline.com

(816)792-1646

11203 N McGee- Luxery 2BR, all appliances, WD incl., bath w/jacuzzi, C/A, FP, deck & garage. $750/mo w/$650 dep. 436-4415.

See office for details.

Cherokee Village Apartments Liberty, MO

Single Adults Only

(816) 452-0099 Professionally managed by Charles F. Curry Real Estate Co.

Renovated 1BR Apt Senior Community Rent Based on Income Landmark Towers Apartments 1203 W College St Liberty, MO 64068 816-781-5410

Duplexes

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newly remodeled $550.00 Mo.$150.00 dep. 436-7871

Newer 2 bdr., walk to Chouteau

$405 /mo + $100 dep, 436-7871

Crossing Shops, FP, CA, appl,

Claycomo 816-453-5583

4-Plex Gladstone 2br, appl, c/a, w/d hk-ups, clean credit req. Owner. $495. 816-587-5544

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Rooms for Rent

Room for rent, utilities paid, cable tv incl. $300/mo. Winnwood area. 816-315-5600.

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Houses For Rent

4BR, 2BA house for rent in Liberty School Dist. 816-781-8871.

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Business Opportunity

LOWEST LEASE RATES & EXCELLENT LOCATION! Old Church Plaza in Kearney has rental spaces for hair salon, clothing/shoe retail and/or offices available immediately. Center includes UPS Store, Anytime Fitness, LaFuente Restaurant, Nail Salon, etc. Spaces from approx. 950 to 3,600 sq ft currently available. Call Chalise at 660-292-0213 for more information. www.oldchurchplaza.com

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Special Events

Let’s BENEFIT April Alfers! Saturday, October 6 • 4-8PM Liberty Junior High Cafeteria 600 W. Kansas, Liberty MO 64068 FREE

Featuring.........

WILL

DON

Liberty Area Apartments Small Town Charm, Big City Conveniences! ✧✧ 1 & 2 Bedrooms ✧✧ $399-$535 Close to Historic Liberty Square

Call (816) 452-0866 Professionally managed by Charles F. Curry Real Estate Company

ATIO

• Live Music by PiZZaDuDe • Food provided by Gordon Biersch • Silent Auction 4-6pm •Bake Sale

Please stop by and help us benefit April!

April suffered an aneurysm on June 1st. Although she survived the life-threatening event, she has since spent several months in the hospital and in therapy trying to recover. She continues to go to therapy daily. Although April has made great improvements, she still has a long way to go. The medical bills are piling up and we want to help. Please stop by to help us BENEFIT April!!

Kearney Properties 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath • $432 - $614 ◆ All electric ◆ Kitchen including: ◆ stove ◆ refrigerator

◆ Laundry facility on-site ◆ Water, Sewer & Trash paid

Cash and Check only please.

816.903.3013

If you can't attend but would still like to help, you can send your contribution to: PO Box 1339, Liberty, MO 64069. Make Checks payable to April Alfers.

102 W. Major Kearney, MO 64060

Please contact Rachael at benefitapril@yahoo.com for questions.

Multi-Family, handicapped or disabled. Income restrictions apply.

FOR SALE BY OWNER

Homes for Sale • 10 lines • 4 weeks • Free photo • Free border

NO REALTORS, PLEASE

2-5 evenings/wk

Individuals, Partners, Retirees ● PT, 4-hour shift ● No weekends Worlds of Fun • Gladstone • Liberty Barry Rd / I-29

(816) 472-8181 K.K. Custom Cabinet Installer needed. Should have general Finish Carpentry skills. Apply in person at Precision Woods, Inc. 7942 SE Scott Road, Holt, MO 64048. 9:00am-3:00pm. No phone calls please.

Temporary Deputy Collectors for the 2012 tax season Deadline to apply is October 5, 2012. Visit www.claycountymo.gov for details, or pick up an application at: Clay County Human Resources 1 Courthouse Square Liberty, MO 64068 EOE/M/F/D/V

Seasonal, On-Call. MODOT seeks workers. CDL desired, HS grad or GED, www.modot.org/jobs. 816607-2142.

Are you a people person? Can you effectively communicate complex information with customers and serve as a consultant to their businesses? Do you provide top-notch customer service? The Liberty Tribune is looking for a sophisticated, energetic person to sell comprehensive marketing and advertising solutions to Northland businesses. This position will work with a base of existing customers, but will also rely on extensive new-business prospecting in search of long-termrelationships with customers. This challenging position offers comprehensive benefits, paid time off and a base salary plus commission. EOE Send cover letter, resume and salary history to: Matt Daugherty Liberty Tribune Publisher mdaugherty@npgco.com

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1841 Chickadee Dr., Liberty. 3BR, 2.5BA, super nice, $975/mo + dep. 816-507-7345.

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COLLECTOR

Help Wanted

CPA or candidate needed for growing tax/accounting practice. Excellent opportunity for advancement with retirement, health insurance and continuing education benefits. Previous public accounting experience is a must. Salary commensurate with education and experience. Interested individual must be a self starter with good people skills. Send resume, cover letter and transcripts to: Evan Tripp, CPA, PC Attn: Office Manager 1440 Iron Street North Kansas City, MO 64116

Help Wanted

Office Space

1BR- close to Ford Plant, appls,

$410/mo. + Deposit,

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Financial

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816-452-0866 Professionally managed by Charles F. Curry R/E Co.

4-plex, 2 br, C/A appls, Water pd,

• Stove • Fridge • A/C • Deck • Second Floor • No Pets

CALL 816.389.6618 TO PLACE YOUR AD TODAY

Claycomo- Quaint neighborhood, close to shopping, schools & hwys. Single lots $315. Water and sewer paid, yards mowed.

Office space for lease, utilities paid, near court house, Platte City, MO. 816-810-9824.

2 BEDROOM APT

$55.00

Mobile Home Sites

Office space for lease, Parkville MO. 816-810-9824.

$250dep. 816-436-7871 .

• 10 lines NO REALTORS, • 4 weeks PLEASE! • Free photo • Free border

JANITORIAL OFFICE CLEANING

Northgate Mobile Estates

Studios with Kitchen

gar, wd hkups, $625 per mo.

FOR SALE BY OWNER

Modern 2BR all brick home. 2 mi. north of Smithville. Dbl. car garage. Storage building in back yard. Just remodeled. Call 532-0900.

OAK TREE APTS

C/A, water pd, pool, no pets.

500 515

325 (2004 Swift Ave, NKC)

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KC North near Parvin Rd. - 2 Bdrm, 1 Full Bath, 1 Car Garage, Basement, Lg. Yard. Non-Smokers, No Pets. $650/mth. Call 816-803-8747

(816) 781-6537

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Claycomo- 2BR, w/stove, refrigerator, $500/mo, + first, last & $100 dep. 816-453-4675.

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Activity Assistant New Mark Care Center is currently taking applications for a creative/flexible/compassionate individual who enjoys working with the elderly, FT Mon thru Fri along with some holidays. Duties would include leading Group and individual therapeutic activities. Experience and documentation skills a plus: willing to train the right individual. Contact : Angela Troncin, 11221 N. Nashua Drive (816) 734-4433 or fax (816) 734-4026

Big V Country Mart in Kearney hiring for BAKERY POSITION and MEAT DEPARTMENT FULL-TIME BAKER - Working in a bakery setting is required for consideration in this position, along with excellent customer service, communication, & interpersonal skills are also required due to a high level of customer interaction. FULL-TIME MEAT CUTTER - Meat cutting experience is required. Applicant needs to be able to work in a team environment as well as independently. Applicants should have excellent customer service, communication and interpersonal skills due to a high level of customer interaction. Please apply within at 150 W 92 Hwy Kearney, MO 64060

FACILITIES MANAGER The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) is seeking a highly motivated, energetic, experienced, and progressive operations manager to over-see its fast paced, multi-faceted Plant Management/Facilities Department which includes a 20-acre Central Service Complex, metropolitan-wide passenger amenities, Park & Ride facilities, off-complex restrooms, security, and capital construction. This position will direct both union and salaried staff, and manage facility contractors, consultants and vendors used by the organization. To qualify, this position requires at minimum, a high school diploma/GED with advance certifications in facilities management plus five years' management level experience in facility and/or building maintenance in an industrial or transit environment. A college degree and five years facilities management experience is preferred. In addition, the successful candidate must be a problem solver with an above average knowledge and documented experience with mechanical and building systems involving at least four of the following areas: HVAC, water, utilities, building maintenance, utilities management, bus washers, fuel storage and pump monitoring systems. A working knowledge of computerized maintenance/facility management systems; budget analysis; experience supervising in a Union environment; and strong interpersonal, writing and oral communication skills are also necessary. Qualified applicants should immediately apply with resume, three professional references, certifications, and salary history to: KCATA, Attention: HR Director, 1200 East 18th Street, KCMO or submit documents to www.resumes@kcata.org. This position will be open until filled. EOE/AA

AUTO

Car, Truck or Motorcycle • 5 lines • 4 weeks • Free photo

PETS

Litter Special • 4 lines • 4 weeks

(only change allowed is phone number or price)

Sell in 4 Weeks or Additional 4 Weeks FREE!

CALL 816.389.6618 or 816.389.6640 TO PLACE YOUR AD TODAY!

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LAFAYETTE COUNTY MO Antebellum Home & Land Auction

LAFAYETTE COUNTY LAND AUCTION M o n d a y, O c t o b e r 2 9 , 2 0 1 2 • 1 0 a m

Auction & Property Location: from Higginsville, MO, Junction I-70/Hwy. 13 south 3 1/2 miles, then 1 mile east on Elm Grove Road to property.

F r i d a y, N ov e m b e r 2 , 2 0 1 2 • 1 0 a m 13845 Higginsville Road, Lexington, MO 64067 OPEN HOUSE: Wed. Oct. 10th • 3p-5p

Tract 1: 99+/- Acres, frontage Elm Grove and Handley Roads, fenced, water, 6acre food plot.

Tract 1: Over 10,000 sq.ft. immaculate home built in 1857 on 10 acres, zoned B-1 commercial.

Tract 2: 93 +/- Acres, new fencing, barn, pond, electricity, rural water.

Tract 2: 212 Acres, FSA says 168.7 acres tillable, 5 acres vineyard of Vignoles & Vidal Blanc white grapes.

FSA shows 138 acres +/- tillable. Tenant agreement thru Dec. 31, 2012 on pasture ground. Possession Jan. 1, 2013. 2011 Taxes were $407.80

SELLERS: LINWOOD LAWN FARMS LLC For more information Mike Williams (816)797-5450

SELLERS: KIRK W. VAUGHN TRUST

For more information Mike Williams (816)797-5450

COIN AUCTION Sun., October 7 th, 11am

Nor th Countr y Community Community Center Lawson, Lawson, Missouri 4 1/2 miles N of Excelsior Springs, MO on Hwy 69. Over 400 lots of coins and currency, type coins, many higher grade coins, some key & semi keys, some gold, Morgan & Peace dollars, commemoratives, tokens and a small lot of foreign coins and currency. For terms, complete auction listing & photos call or check website. Online bidding will be available through Proxibid.com.

Don’t Miss This Nice Off ering Preview: 9 AM Biscuits and Gravy until 11 AM

w w w. g r y t h e r a u c t i o n e e rs . c o m Full-Time Certified Licensed Auctioneer and Real Estate Broker

AUCTION Household - Antiques & Collectibles - Lawn & Garden Misc.

Saturday, October 6 • 5:00 PM North Country Community Center Lawson, MO

4 1/2 miles North of Excelsior Springs, MO on 69 Hwy.

As the owners have sold their home and will be moving we have been selected to sell this great offering of personal property that has been moved to our building to sell in our climate controlled smoke free environment. HOUSEHOLD Appliances: Large chest freezer. Electronics: Panasonic 52 in. big screen TV (HD ready); Phillips 32 in. TV (HD ready); small TV with converter box. Furniture: Futon; Coffee table with 2 front doors; Oak curio cabinet; Blond kitchen table with 3 chairs and bench; Entertainment center; Coffee table and end table with tile inserts; Dining table with leaf and 8 chairs; misc. dishes and kitchen items; 2 oak end tables; set of china; lamps, prints and many other items of value. ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES Furniture: China cabinet; Table and dresser (needs repair); rocker; oak side board (buffet). Glassware and china: Ruby pitcher and glasses; 4 place setting of china; several pieces of Burmese an Custard Fenton; Czech crystal; glass country store malt jar; Federal reserve plates, many hand painted items and many other great pieces. Collectibles; 2 sets sterling silver flatware, unrestored pedal car; horse collars, kerosene heaters; quilts; crocheted items; kerosene lamps; 2 WW 2 army hats; #2 dinner bell; Daisy churn; Cream separator; Coca Cola cooler; wash tubs with stand; push lawn mower; hornets nest. Tys stuffed animals; Cast iron toys (repro); figurines and a large lot of great collectible to numerous to mention. LAWN & GARDEN Toro 42 in cut riding lawn mower; lot of yard hand tools OTHER ITEMS OF INTEREST Table top bar game; Bar type electronic dart board MISCELLANEOUS Some hand tools; car ramps; man woman regular bicycles , like new Java cycle mower; Smoker; Craft items; Christmas trees and decorations; Large lot of items of value to numerous to mention. Many items have not been unpacked. Terms & Conditions: Cash, Check, Visa, Mastercard and Discover. Everything will be sold As Is. 7% Buyer's Premium. No Sales Tax. . Auctioneers Note: Most all items in good to excellent condition. Please plan to attend this nice auction in our climate controlled, smoke free, auction gallery with plenty of seating and good food.

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DRIVERS: Home Weekly! Intermodal, Dry Van, Flatbed, Excellent benefits / Bonuses, CDL-A 1 yr. Exp. / Refreshers Welcome. Connie or Marnie 866-3748487.

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Trucking/ Drivers

OTR DRIVER NEEDED: Growing transportation group looking for drivers w/ class A CDL w/ minimum of two yrs exp. Drivers average $60-80K/yr. 34 off at home weekly. Bi-weekly pay, health, dental & matching 401k offered. Fax resume to 913-6212271 attn JZ

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Delivery Drivers: US Foods. CDLA, Kansas City Area. Excellent Hourly Pay & Full Benefits w/Pd Time Off & Retirement Plans. Apply: www.usfoods.com (Search by Req 1003893). Submit Before 10/9/12. 800-397-2672.

Healthcare

Help Wanted

Petroleum Products Carrier in the Liberty area seeks individuals interested in a full-time dispatchers position. While dispatching experience is not required being self-directed, organized and possessing good communication skills is. Must be willing to work every third weekend. Excellent salary and benefits. Resume and salary expectations to: rwdispatch@robertsonwms.com

Trucking/ Drivers

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Liberty medical office seeks FT receptionist. Mon. -Fri., 9:30am 6:30pm. Prior medical office exp. required. Fax cover letter, resume and references to 816781-3315.

SUMMARY:

On a daily basis, supervises daily operations of the Service Coordination and Quality Assurance (SCQA) Program and follows the Department of Mental Health statutes and directives along with CHS policies and procedures. QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degreee (BA or BS) in related field from an accredited university plus five years of related work experience or Master’s Degree (MA or MS) in related field from an accredited university plus three years of related work experience. Previous supervisory experience is required. • Ability to directly supervise seven to twelve persons • Proficiency in using a computer • Ability to schedule appointments and maintain personal calendar • Ability to complete necessary documentation within set guidelines • Excellent interpersonal, organizational, leadership and communication skills. • Strong Personnel Management and Leadership qualities • Knowledge of community resources preferred

We invite you to mail a resume to The Center for Human Services 1500 Ewing Drive, Sedalia, MO 65301 For questions, please call 660-826-4401 ext. 370 or email crice@chs-mo.org www.chs-mo.org EOE /AA - M,F,V,D

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KC North- 4037 N Spruce. 10/5-6& 7, 9:15a-4p, retro furniture, antiques, saddle, tools, garden items, china, jewelry, lots of misc. www.classicestatesaleskc.com Smithville MEARES ESTATE SALE Save the date - Oct. 18-19-20, 9-5 106 Highland Dr., Smithville

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SUMMARY:

On a daily basis, provides professional consumer advocacy services to eligible adults and their families. Assists individuals and families by accessing community resources, conducting both formal and informal assessments, completing paperwork, and securing supplementary information to complete the individual plan for person served.

64068 - Clay Brooke subdivision, south of Liberty on 291 to Ruth Ewing Road, east to Clay Brooke Drive. Sat., Oct. 6, 8am - 5pm

64068 - Duncan Fields subdivision, south of Liberty Hospital off Glen Hendren Dr. and Northwyck Dr. Sat., Oct. 6, 8am - 5pm.

KC North- Garage Sale. Fri. 8am2pm, Sat. 9am-3pm. Baby/kids stuff, furniture, tools, housewares and much more. Cash n’ carry. No early birds, please. Claybrook 4001 NE 79th St. KC NORTH-

Huge Garage Sale- Fri. & Sat., Oct. 5th & 6th. Rain or Shine. Girls clothes- name brand from newborn to 4T, maternity clothes, toys. 9829 N. Willow Ave, KCMO 64157 in Amber Meadows addition.

Trucking/ Drivers

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Trucking/ Drivers

• 21 years or older • Motor Vehicle Record Check • Drug screen, background checks, and physical • Customer service skills

Inquire Now! Apply in person Monday-Friday, 9am-3pm at 12501 NE 40th Street Kansas City, MO 64161 (3 miles east of the Ameristar Casino on 210 HWY) Call: 816-413-1053 for more info. Send resumes to: plnscf@tempdriver.net EOE

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B U S Y N O R T H L A N D P O D I AT AT R I S T O F F I C E N E E D S :

Surgery Coordinator

Big Sale- 11515 N Lane Ave. Tons of like new boy’s clothes12mo-2T, little boy shoes size 6-9 toddler, women’s clothes, kitchen table, kids playhouse & toys. Fri. & Sat. 8a -2 KC North-3611 NE 78th St., Over 500 Halloween costumes, lights & decor, TVs, port. dishwasher, 100’s of misc, Fri 10/5, Sat 10/6 8-5. Liberty - Pershing Street Neighborhood Sale (near South Valley MS) Sat 10/6, 8-?. Yard, hsehold, clthg (plus sizes too!) Lots of everything Liberty- 1306 Old Trail Rd. Sat. 8am-noon. Household items, new Avon, antiques/collectibles. Liberty-

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1609 Tudor- Canterbury Thurs., Fri. & Sat. 8a-5p. Huge multiple family sale. 50 yrs of Christmas decorations, Christmas tree, men & women’s clothing, baby items, glass-top tables & lamps, many misc. household items.

Liberty- 2 Family Sale. Scrubs, clothes, printer/scanner, lots of misc. 200 Spring Ave. Fri. 8-3, & Sat. 8-12. Liberty- 2021 Camille Ct., Oct.5, 8a-6p, Oct. 6, 9a-noon. Pictures, cassettes, 8 tracks, children’s DVDs, family board games, mag. rack, fireplace set, recipe books, elect. games, gaming consoles, elect. keyboard, kitchen items, Christmas items, jewelry, bowling balls, elect. tools, fishing rods, 12 horse tractor, chainsaw, q. quilt. Liberty- 717 Midjay Drive. Name brand clothes, household & kitchen items, electronics, appliances, craft supplies & more. Fri. & Sat. 8a-? Liberty- 828 Reese St., off Glenn Hendren, Thurs. 10/4 & Fri.., 10/5, 7a-6p. Power & hand tools, unused portable paint sprayer, utility heater, chain saw, shop light, misc. antiques (stoneware crocks), Reader’s Digest books (1956-74) yard & household items. PRICED TO SELL!

LibertyClaywoods Subdivision

We are looking for an energetic individual to join our advertising team and help take our company to the next level. Successful candidates will possess the ability to manage multiple accounts and projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, deadline-critical environment. They must excel at prospecting new accounts, earning rapport and providing ongoing customer service.

Oct. 6th • 7a-2p

Located at S. 291 Highway & Claywoods Dr. Liberty- Craft Sale, Oct. 12 & 13, 9a-5p. 1121 S. Liberty Drive. Quilts, pillows, holiday items, misc. Liberty- Estate Sale- First ever, lots of tools, Craftsman, Snap-on, misc., over 10 tables, 40+ Griswald cast iron pots, skillets, & etc., old trunk, beds, roll top desk, garden tools, chairs, old sewing machine, silverware, 3 yr old gas dryer, china cabinet, lots of misc. Fri. & Sat., 8a-6p No early shoppers please. 1904 High Drive. (I35 to 152, east to Conistor, south follow signs, straight ahead at Liberty Dr, west on High Dr.) Liberty- Huge Cheer Garage Sale. Clothes, toys, furniture, appliances & lots of misc. Liberty North High School, 1000 NE 104th St. Sat. Oct. 6th, 7a-3p. Parkville- 7116 NW Amity. Small yard sale, Fri. 10/5, 9a-3p, Sat. 10/6, 8a-3p. Furniture, glassware, clothing, linens, etc.

GE Range, dishwasher & microwave. 2 Scooter Store handicap ramps. 816-792-4001. Queen mattress set, 1 year old, Sealy “firm”; gave $1,000, asking $300; Perfect Cond; 407-7273

Musical Instruments

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Pianos Pianos Pianos New Yamaha & Pear River Pianos, large selections of used trade-in on sale. For information call Bette at 816- 228-5656, or Mitzi 816-746-0500

Wanted To Buy/Trade

Diabetic test strips wanted- up to $10 for extra, unused boxes. 816510-2301.

Pets/Supplies

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Exotic Pets

Kitten Adoption. Sat. 9am-noon. Pack’s in Smithville @115 N. 169 Hwy. KattyShack Cat Rescue.

Transportation

1300 1340

Huge Multi-Family Sale! Housewares, kitchen, toys. TONS for babies, fall/winter kids clothes NB - size 8, boys & girls. Well-organized and clean!

THE FAIRWAYS

2003 Mercury Grand Marquis 52,000 miles, very nice car $7,750.00 Hoefener’s Auto 816-781-1026 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser 72,000 miles, 5-speed gas saver $6,450.00 Hoefener’s Auto 816-781-1026

Hwy 152 to Shoal Creek Pkwy, 1 blk N on Shoal Creek Sat. Oct. 6, 8a - 8p

Please send cover letter, resume and salary history to:

WITHERSFIELD Look for asterisk on tags for discounts.

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Wanted Automotive CASH !!!!

FOR YOUR GOOD CLEAN USED CAR, TRUCK OR VAN. CALL RICK: 816-781-1026 or 816-223-4655 Cash paid for antique Harley Davidson, Indian or other motorcycles and related parts from 1900 thru 1965. Any condition. Midwest collector will pick up anywhere. Phone 309-645-4623.

Call An Expert

1400 1420

Appliance Repair Washer & Dryer Repair 816-436-3914

Handyman Services

FAMILY MAN NEEDS WORK

Lawncare, gar. & bas. cleaning, odd jobs, hauling.

816-320-3990

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Haul/Trash Removal

GENERAL HAULING House cleanouts, heavy appliances, yard cleanup. Haul and dispose. Fully insured, In business 24 yrs. 816-454-0289 www.steveshauling.com HAUL AWAY SCRAP: Cars $, old appliances, metal, junk etc. Call Auggie anytime 816-984-9128.

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Lawn Service

SMALL GARDEN TILLING, aerating & various other services. Free estimates, call Tim @ 816-7977299.

Misc. Services

Accounting & Bookkeeping- 816668-2900. Visit my website at www.wosullivan.com for additional information. Chimney Cleaning & Repair Over 30 years experience. Inspection report included for home owners purposes. Call 816-528-3855

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Or email: tracey.mummaw@libertytribune.com

Motorcycles/ Accessories

2005 Yamaha V-Star 1100cc Classic. Mustang seat. Hard Krome DD pipes. Performance oil filter relo. kit. 17,XXX miles. Other extras. $5,500. (816)785-2329.

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Good communication skills are essential. Print and Internet sales experience will be helpful, but is not mandatory. We offer an attractive benefits package including health & dental insurance, 401K and profit sharing. EOE.

Autos

2003 Dodge Caravan, 129K mi., good condition, $3,800 or reasonable offer. Call 816-589-4807.

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Smithville- Oct. 5 & 6, 8a-4p. Multifamily sale. Christmas decorations, scrapbooking and craft items, household goods & furnishings, some collectibles, tools. All good, quality items. 200 Pine St.

Account Executives must be able to master and present the features, advantages and benefits of a wide portfolio of product offerings including newspaper advertising, special sections, specialty publications, commercial printing, direct mail, search engine marketing and an array of online advertising products. Successful candidates will have the ability to consult with clients to develop, sell and executive a marketing plan that will produce results for the advertiser.

For Sale: NEW LaCrosse Sleeper Sofa (Queen). Never Used. $300 Call: 532-8435

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Thursday, Oct. 4, 2012

TOUR: Clay County Museum showcases historic homes Continued from Page C1

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G I T TINGS-CARR HOUSE, 143 S. L EONARD ST. This home was built by Darius Gittings, who was from Maryland and who moved to Liberty in 1843 to work for Madison Miller. He married Phoebe Neale in 1847 and moved near Randolph but moved back to Liberty in 1864. In 1865, he became a director of the Liberty Savings Bank, whose bank on the Liberty Square was robbed in 1866 of nearly $60,000.

This home was built during the Civil War. Gittings served as sheriff during that time. The house was built to overlook his mill holdings to the west along what is now Mill Street. Darius Gittings died in 1909. One of his daughters married into the Carr family, whose descendants still own the home. The home had been converted into apartments and is undergoing renovation.

H U G HES-WYMORE HOUSE, 400 S. SPRING AVE. This is probably the oldest existing house in Liberty. It is one of many that were built on an 80-acre land grant. John Lincoln took the title to the land in 1821 and built the cabin between 1821 and 1830. In 1830, Lincoln sold it, along with an additional 80 acres, for $2,500 to James M. Hughes. Hughes served as Clay County treasurer from 1836 to 1840 and was also the owner of a mercantile business and a state legislator and representative to the U.S. Congress. It is possible that this house was used as a stagecoach stop, as the April 17, 1847,

Liberty Tribune states that Henry Coleman and James M. Hughes were awarded the mail contract from Glasgow to Ft. Leavenworth, Kan. As the house is located next to the old Richfield Road, it would have been a logical stop along the route. In 1850, Hughes sold the house and property to William H. Wymore. Wymore, a farmer, slave owner and blacksmith, raised hemp for rope until the outbreak of the Civil War. In 1887, he and his family moved into Liberty. The house has hand-hewn logs, some nearly two feet in diameter, visible and polished in the interior walls.

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L I B E R TY CHRISTIAN CHURCH, 427 E. KANSAS ST. The Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) was born more than 200 years ago in Kentucky. In 1804, Barton W. Stone ended Presbyterian ties to become a “Christian only.” Thomas Campbell and son Alexander, also Presbyterians, founded the Brush Run Church in 1811. Stone’s movement called themselves the “Christian Church,” while the Campbells were the “Disciples of Christ.” When the two merged in 1832, they were known by either name. In 1968 they became the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). Many of the church ancestors migrated to Missouri from Kentucky in the 1830s — some from the Mayslick Baptist Church under Barton W. Stone, and others from the Mayslick Christian Church including its first minister, Augustus H. F. Payne. Early church members were pioneers, as Liberty was the last outpost of civilization.

On April 9, 1837, the Liberty Christian Church was formed with 38 charter members and originally called the “Church of God.” The Rev. Augustus H. F. Payne wrote a letter to Alexander Campbell that this congregation was meeting weekly and had elected bishops and deacons. Early pastors included Moses E. Lard, whose home still stands on Mill Street. They first met in an old stone house but built the first church in 1839. The congregation has the distinction of being the only one to continually hold church services during the Civil War. The present building was built for a total cost of $30,000. The stained-glass windows in the sanctuary were obtained when a church in Cincinnati changed its order leaving the windows without a buyer. They were purchased and installed for $2,200. Construction began in 1905; dedication was on Feb. 17, 1907.

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Recent rain could salvage fall color Break in drought comes just in time for some trees

By Jim Low Missouri Department of Conservation

The year 2012 is not likely to be remembered for outstanding fall color, but recent rains could save Missouri’s “season of splendor” from fizzling altogether. Foresters with the Missouri Department of Conservation report that many trees already have shed some or all of their leaves in response to this year’s historic drought. However, they say it isn’t too late for trees that still have live leaves to develop the vivid hues that make ShowMe State forests a visual feast in autumn. Leaves turn colors when two things happen. First, sugars produced by photosynthesis are trapped inside leaves by chilly — but not freezing — autumn nights. Those sugars are the building blocks for red, yellow, orange and

purple pigments. Cool nights simultaneously cause the breakdown of green pigments, allowing other colors to show through. The water trees need for photosynthesis was missing until recently, but last week’s rainfall came just in time for one last gasp of sugar-making. Given a few sunny days and cool nights, trees can still put on their autumn finery. Fall color typically develops first in northern Missouri in early October and spreads south during the following weeks. The peak of fall color statewide usually occurs around mid-October. Foresters say the best colors likely will be seen little earlier this year, due to drought stress on trees. MDC collects fall-color reports from foresters around the state and assembles them into a weekly report at mdc.mo.gov/ node/4548.

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